7 Magnifique Recipes From French Cuisine to Expand You Palate

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For many people, France is a dream destination. It's so romantic, so picturesque. And don't forget: the food is pretty good, too.

Curious to learn more about French cuisine? Continue reading to discover seven unforgettable recipes to expand your palate.

Chicken Cordon Bleu by Tastes Better From Scratch

It's fascinating to see how drastically different chicken is in every culture, and French cuisine has a recipe you won't want to miss. Tastes Better From Scratch teaches you how to make a traditional chicken cordon bleu with savory layers of ham and Swiss cheese. You'll also receive a delicious crunch from its cornflake crust.

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Ham and Cheese Quiche by Well Plated

Ham and Swiss cheese is a million-dollar combination in French food. To start your day the French way, dive into this quiche recipe from Well Plated by Erin. The filling of spinach, ham, cheese and onion somehow manages to be dense and lightweight. Then, you'll have a buttery, flaky crust to top (or bottom, technically) it off.

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French Onion Soup by Love & Lemons

It has in the name—French onion soup hails from France. It's warm, comforting and surprisingly simple to make. With the help of Love & Lemons, you can perfect the dish with caramelized onions and a soup broth of vinegar, thyme, tamari and garlic. It only takes 10 minutes to prepare, before you simmer it for two hours.

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Traditional Ratatouille by Feasting at Home

If you've seen the iconic Disney film, you probably expect to see ratatouille served in a complex formation. However, most traditional ratatouille recipes put the ingredients in a sheet pan. It's precisely what Feasting at Home does. Inside their version, you will find a blend of eggplant, tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini and more seasoned with olive oil, garlic cloves and basil leaves.

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Skinny Vanilla Latte by Ooh La La It's Vegan

Are you searching for the perfect French beverage? You can't go wrong with a latte, but Ooh La La It's Vegan turns it healthy and plant-based. Instead, the author uses almond milk alongside sugar-free vanilla syrup, espresso and non-dairy whipped cream. And yes, it tastes identical.

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Pain au Chocolat by Sally's Baking Addiction

Our favorite thing about French cuisine is the endless pastries that don't feel like desserts but satisfy our sweet tooth. Save yourself the money of going to your local café. Instead, make these chocolate croissants from Sally's Baking Recipe. It has a heavenly crust, but it explodes with rich, creamy chocolate as you bite into it.

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Lavender Crème Brûlée by Mon Petit Four

Are you ready for the real dessert? Mon Petit Four offers a delectable crème brûlée. But it's not your usual one with vanilla pudding. This recipe also invites your taste buds to a floral experience of lavender. All it takes is heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolks, kosher salt and culinary lavender to impress your audience.

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